Our Mission

Fulfilling the Great Commission requires active intellectual life, strong leadership, and the ability to engage the world’s cultures in a time of ever-increasing diversity and change. With this calling in mind, our Department seeks to deepen students’ understanding of the Christian faith and shape their worldview in ways that are rooted in Scripture, theology, and philosophy. Recognizing the deep connection between faith and practice, faculty use classroom and experiential learning contexts to prepare students for effective ministry in a wide range of callings. As part of a full-orbed liberal arts education, the majors supported by the Department are thus designed to prepare students for service in the church, the academy, society, and throughout the world.

Our Programs

Asbury University is part of the Youth Specialties Academic Support Network. This generous program on the part of Youth Specialties benefits our students in numerous ways, including reduced registration fees at national and regional youth ministry conferences.

Our Students

Students in our programs are often involved in a variety of leadership positions on campus, and in ministry positions in local churches during the school year or in distant localities during summer breaks. Graduates serve as Pastors, Youth Ministers, Directors of Christian Education, Missionaries, Staff with parachurch agencies, Children’s Ministers, and assorted other types of ministry.

Words from our Students

“There are a million reasons why I would tell someone to choose Asbury. This place is special. I have grown so much in my walk with Christ, I am surrounded by the greatest community of friends, I have learned so much, and the professors truly care about us! I love Asbury!!”

— Charis
Visionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries, Communication

Words from our Students

“There are so many experiences I have loved, but being a student athlete and being on the Asbury Volleyball team has been my favorite memory!”

— Charis
Visionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries, Communication

Words from our Students

“The professors not only want to teach us, but to come alongside us and holistically care for us.”

— Natalia
Merciful Class of 2019
Communication, Intercultural Studies

Words from our Students

“My best experience at Asbury has been worshipping three times a week with the rest of the Asbury community. God has moved in many formational ways in my life throughout my three years of attending chapel alongside fellow students, faculty, and staff.”

— WillVisionary Class of 2020
Youth Ministry

Words from our Students

“Asbury University provides the space for vibrant community and academic skill to thrive. Look no further than this campus for a home that influences your passions and forms lifelong friendships.”

— Elijah
Merciful Class of 2019
Intercultural Studies, Bible-Theology

Words from our Students

“Asbury has helped me discover more about who I am as a person and provided me with a great education where I feel confident going into full-time ministry.”

— Leah
Merciful Class of 2019
Christian Ministries

Words from our Students

“While I have been here, the Lord has provided me with some of the most amazing, Jesus-loving friends I have ever had. These friends have stood by me in some of the hardest times of my life and have always been there when I needed them. My best experience at Asbury has been the friendships I have developed while I’m here. ”

— Leah
Merciful Class of 2019
Christian Ministries

Words from our Students

“At Asbury University, you are taught by faculty who care about your growth and formation as a whole person. Faculty take the time to invest in students by helping students network with professionals in their desired vocational field as well as by leading Bible studies or having students over for dinner.”

— WillVisionary Class of 2020
Youth Ministry

Words from our Students

“Sophomore Musical was one of my favorite memories while being on campus! It was such a fun experience, and I was able to grow closer to people in my class through it.”

— SkyelaMerciful Class of 2019
Intercultural Studies

Words from our Students

“Being a student at Asbury has completely shaped and changed my life path, opening my eyes up to how much God is working in the world and how I can join in that work with my whole life. I am so thankful for all of the staff and professors that have poured into me, and I don’t know that I would have found those same relationships at another school.”

— Lauren
Vindicated Class of 2018
Youth Ministry

Words from our Students

“Asbury University has played a major part in shaping me into the leader that I am now.”

— CaitlynnVisionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries

Words from our Students

“It’s a great school with a great community. It’s been a great place to grow and learn to pursue your dreams.”

— Natalia
Merciful Class of 2019
Communication, Intercultural Studies

Words from our Students

“At first, I did not want to come to Asbury because I was afraid of being so far away from home (New York). However, I blindly trusted in God’s plan, and I’m so glad I did. Asbury is a place where I have been able to grow further and deeper into the person God has intended for me to be. I have found God in this place, as well as a supportive and kind community.”

— SkyelaMerciful Class of 2019
Intercultural Studies

Words from our Students

“Asbury is a space for growing with Christ at the center of everything. There are many opportunities to go from here and impact the world for Christ’s Kingdom!”

— Gabe
Faithful Class of 2022
Intercultural Studies, Worship Arts

Words from our Students

“I love hearing different chapel speakers and worshipping. I also enjoy being a part of Chorale.”

— Gabe
Faithful Class of 2022
Intercultural Studies, Worship Arts

Words from our Students

“My best experience at Asbury has been being a part of the Adventure Leadership program, and through that, growing closer to God and gaining many wonderful friendships.”

— CaitlynnVisionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries

Words from our Students

“There are a million reasons why I would tell someone to choose Asbury. This place is special. I have grown so much in my walk with Christ, I am surrounded by the greatest community of friends, I have learned so much, and the professors truly care about us! I love Asbury!!”

— Charis
Visionary Class of 2020
Christian Ministries, Communication

Faculty Spotlight

Meet Dr. Chris Bounds '88

Theology has never been purely speculative for Dr. Chris Bounds ’88, professor of Theology.